Robin, Author at my Garden and Greenhouse

October 5, 20220

How Organic Pesticides and Beneficial Insects Can Combine to Eliminate Pests

To spray or not to spray? For many gardeners it’s simple, you see bugs, you get out the bug spray and the problem is solved. In a few weeks when

October 4, 20220

Lighting is an important part of any greenhouse. You’re aiming to replicate the natural light provided by the sun, so a proper understanding of t

October 3, 20220

An organic farmer friend of mine, well known for his prowess in growing anything, coined the term “Mutt Melon” to describe his amazing assortment

October 1, 20220

Deep water culture hydroponics is the simplest form of a hydroponic garden. Plants are contained in vessels that float on a bath of hydroponic nu

September 29, 20220

Bunch Of Parsley Fresh herbs can turn an ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary experience. And you can easily grow your own herbs at home,

September 28, 20220

One of the best ways greenhouse gardeners can keep their greenhouse full of vibrant plants is to master the art of plant propagation. Plant propagati

September 27, 20220

We all know how good being in nature can make us feel. But did you know that there are certain plants that can help reduce stress levels? In this art

September 26, 20220

Cymbidiums are said to be the exception to the rule when it comes to orchid care. This is one of the few orchids that can grow freely outside the

September 25, 20220

The secret to successfully preparing raised planting beds is to start preparing your new planting bed several weeks, if not months before you intend

September 23, 20220

Orchid leaves can reveal important information about the orchid plant and help you to diagnose what is wrong with the plant. It is also one of th